Dec 11, 2022 BMW launches XM SUV in India, priced at INR 2.60 crore
It is the first high-performance model with an electrified drive system. The M Hybrid system consists of a new V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor integrated into the 8 - speed M Steptronic transmission.
New Delhi: German luxury carmaker BMW has launched its XM SUV in India, priced at INR 2,60,00,000 (ex-showroom, India). The completely built-up unit (CBU) is available for bookings at the company’s dealership network. Deliveries will commence from May 2023 onwards.
It is the first high-performance model with an electrified drive system. The M Hybrid system consists of a new V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor integrated into the 8 - speed M Steptronic transmission.
This plug-in hybrid system delivers a combined maximum output of 480 kW (653 hp) and maximum torque of 800 Nm. The combustion engine delivers up to 360 kW (489 hp) and a maximum torque of 650 Nm at 1600-5000 rpm while the electric drive system generates a peak output of 145 kW (197 hp) and a maximum torque of 280 Nm at 100 – 5500 rpm.
A 25.7 kW lithium-ion battery is situated in the underbody. It delivers a pure-electric driving range of up to 88 kms. The car sprints from 0 -100 km / hr in just 4.3 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/hr, although this figure rises to 270 km/hr with the optional M Driver’s Package.
According to the company, the first-ever XM is the first standalone M model since the BMW M1.
The cockpit includes 14.9” Curved Display with Navigation with real-time traffic information and augmented view, a 12.3-inch digital information display behind the steering wheel and Head-up Display.
Safety features include six airbags, Antilock Braking System (ABS), M Dynamic Mode (MDM), Attentiveness Assistance, M Sport differential networked with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Active Roll Stabilisation with Active Roll Comfort, Performance Control, electric parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor, ISOFIX child seat mounting and integrated emergency spare wheel under the load floor.
The model is available in color options including Cape York Green, Toronto Red, Mineral White, BMW Individual Dravit Grey, Black Sapphire, Marina Bay Blue and Carbon Black. It features BMW Individual Leather Merino upholstery in Sakhir Orange, Deep Lagoon, Silverstone and Black.
The SUV comes with standard two-year warranty for unlimited kilometres. Repair Inclusive can extend warranty benefits from third year of operation to maximum fifth year without any mileage limitation. The battery is covered by a warranty valid for eight years or up to 120,000 kilometres.